Carlo Ancelotti once again outstanding Vinicius Junior for praise as Real Madrid sealed a 4-2 The league win at Hi.
Los Blancos go into the international break with a firm lead in the title race as the Italian manager eyes a potential UEFA Champions League double this season.
Vinicius' brace in Pamplona was vital to secure three points for Ancelotti as the Brazil international moves up to 12 goals in league action so far in 2023/24.
The forward continues to be a target for brutal treatment from opposition defenders and picked up a fifth league booking of the season for dissent.
He will serve a ban of one match, and missed the tie at home with Athletic Club on March 31, but Ancelotti had nothing but positive words for his No.7.
“He is a decisive player, in everything he contributes. He could score more goals, but he is effective in everything”, according to reports Brand.
“He has a lot of pressure, which he has to control a little more. I didn't say anything special about him, just that he played an extraordinary game.
“He will improve because he is a serious, humble and intelligent kid.”
A league suspension means Vinicius will no longer play for Real Madrid until he hosts Manchester City in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-finals on April 9.
The 23-year-old has scored two goals in his last four games against the Premier League champions.
